Cathedral Archaeologist Vacancy
In this, our centenary year, we are seeking to appoint a Cathedral Archaeologist as a contracted retained consultant.
Cathedral Archaeologist
Following the announced retirement of our current and long-standing archaeologist, we are seeking our next Cathedral Archaeologist as a contracted retained consultant.
The work of the Cathedral Archaeologist is a statutory role as set out in the Care of Cathedrals Measure 2011 and the Cathedral Archaeologist will be responsible for the archaeological remains in and around the Cathedral building and its estate.
Overview
As Cathedral Archaeologist, you will work alongside the Chief Operating Officer and closely with the Cathedral Architect which is also a statutory role.
If you are inspired by the prospect of becoming the next Cathedral Archaeologist, helping to care for the Cathedral and its estate for future generations, then we would be pleased to hear from you.
Find out more
To learn more about this opportunity and to view the role context, scope, description and person specification please see the Application Pack below.
How to apply
To apply for this post, please submit the following:
- A completed application form
- A covering letter enclosing a CV
- A completed Church of England Confidential Declaration Form
- An Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form (Completing this form is voluntary and non-completion/submission will not affect your application).
Completed applications should be sent via email to:
Ian White, Chief Operating Officer: [email protected]
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 29th March 2026
Equality Statement
The Dean and Chapter recognise that discrimination and victimisation is unacceptable and that it is in the interests of the organisation and its employees to utilise the skills of the total workforce.
It is the aim of the organisation to ensure that no employee or job applicant receives less favourable facilities or treatment (either directly or indirectly) in recruitment or employment on grounds of age, disability, gender, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Safeguarding
Blackburn Cathedral is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to align with this and our recruitment processes reflect this commitment.
Pre-Employment Checks
Please note that all offers of employment are subject to pre-employment checks which will include receipt of satisfactory references and, where required, either basic or enhanced DBS clearance.
